Ripley Atkinson

Ripley Atkinson's experience in the red meat industry and current role at StoneX developing price risk management tools for Australia’s sheep and cattle sectors ensures he delivers unique, whole of supply chain insights and analysis across key factors such as prices, supply, production and the drivers of the sheep and cattle cycles.

Why the cattle herd is unlikely enter a rebuild in 2026

Much has been discussed in industry circles and events in recent months, around the big question of whether the herd will rebuild in 2026.

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Northwest of NSW seasonal challenge a contributor to weaker market environment

In the past month we’ve seen cattle prices across all categories in both direct...

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Market confidence rears its ugly head despite red hot beef exports

Last week, the Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (DAFF) released...

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Beef industry uncertainty at its highest levels since the pandemic

Ripley Atkinson assesses the major upside and downside factors shaping the...

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US cattle market musings right from the source

Last week I spent time travelling throughout the US engaging with fellow StoneX...

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Cattle cycle highs, liquidation and global competition

Last week, StoneX released its H1 2026 Australian Cattle & Beef Market Outlook...

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Strong cattle supply to come forward in 2026

Last week, Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) released the November 2025 Beef...

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